# FOX13 Weather

> The KSTU Weather App gives you the latest weather for our viewing region.

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.kstu.android.weather](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.kstu.android.weather)

## Overview

- **ID:** `com.kstu.android.weather`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** The E.W. Scripps Company
- **Category:** WEATHER
- **Downloads:** 43,490
- **Rating:** 4.86 / 5 (478 ratings)
- **Version:** 6.2.512
- **Last updated:** 2026-06-01
- **First published:** 2015-05-07
- **Publisher country:** US
- **Size:** 92 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-10
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.kstu.android.weather)
- **Website:** [http://www.tribune.com/](http://www.tribune.com/)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://scripps.com/privacy-policy/](https://scripps.com/privacy-policy/)

## Description

The FOX13 Weather Chrome extension provides users with the latest weather updates tailored for the viewing region of KSTU. Key features include access to station-specific content optimized for mobile users, 250-meter high-resolution radar, and future radar to track severe weather movements. Users benefit from high-resolution satellite cloud imagery and current weather updates refreshed multiple times per hour.

Additionally, the extension offers daily and hourly forecasts updated hourly from advanced computer models. It supports multiple favorite locations with saving capabilities, integrated GPS for precise current location awareness, and severe weather alerts from the National Weather Service. Opt-in push alerts ensure users receive timely warnings to stay safe during severe weather conditions. This all-in-one weather tool is ideal for staying informed and prepared wherever you are.

## Rankings

- #317,312 — Overall

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_AD_ID`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_ATTRIBUTION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_TOPICS`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_BACKGROUND_LOCATION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_COARSE_LOCATION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_FINE_LOCATION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_WIFI_STATE`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE`
- `android.permission.INTERNET`
- `android.permission.POST_NOTIFICATIONS`
- `android.permission.READ_EXTERNAL_STORAGE`
- `android.permission.RECEIVE_BOOT_COMPLETED`
- `android.permission.VIBRATE`
- `android.permission.WAKE_LOCK`
- `com.google.android.c2dm.permission.RECEIVE`
- `com.google.android.finsky.permission.BIND_GET_INSTALL_REFERRER_SERVICE`
- `com.google.android.gms.permission.AD_ID`
- `com.kstu.android.weather.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION`

## Review summary

Users appreciate FOX13 Weather for its accuracy, detailed information, live radar, and user-friendly interface, especially for regional weather updates. However, the recent widget redesign is disliked for its size and functionality. Some experience slow loading times and issues with daily forecasts and location services after updates. Privacy concerns arise due to the app requesting access to photos and contacts. Overall, it remains a trusted weather resource with room for technical improvements.

### Pros

- Provides accurate and detailed weather information
- Easy to navigate and user-friendly interface
- Offers live radar maps and timely weather alerts
- Includes various forecast options such as hourly and daily forecasts
- Trusted by users for specific regional weather updates, especially Utah

### Cons

- Recent widget updates are unpopular due to increased size and functionality issues
- App loading speed is slow, causing delays in accessing information
- Daily forecast and location features sometimes fail to load after updates
- App requests access to photos and contacts, raising privacy concerns

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.kstu.android.weather)